Energy Management - Myths and Facts!
Many People have misconceptions about energy. Here are some common myths...and real facts!
MYTH:
If I leave my computer on without using it, the screen saver will come on and that uses almost no energy at all.
FACT:
This is NOT true! The screen saver does absolutely NOTHING to save energy. Put your computer to "sleep" instead. Follow these steps: Start > Settings > Control Panel > Power Options > Power Schemes Tab. "Turn off..." = 5 min. Your computer will come back up when you shake the mouse. Remember to turn off computer at night to both save energy and to ensure an error free back up on SAN server. Push the button on the monitor too!
MYTH:
Fluorescent lights consume a lot of energy during startup, so they should be left on as much as possible and avoid frequent switching
FACT:
Whereas this was true when fluorescents first became popular (1940s), the effect of frequent switching on modern lamp life is not as detrimental. In fact, according to the Naval Civil Engineering Laboratory, the lights need to be off for just one second before it compensates for that surge of starting current!
MYTH:
The room will get cooler faster if the thermostat is set lower (50 to 60 degrees)
FACT:
The room will cool down just as fast if the thermostat is set on 72 degrees. If the thermostat is set too low, the unit will freeze up and will not cool at all.
